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DFYIT Year End ‘Summer Splash’ at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center June 8: VIDEO

May 17, 2013

This Week in Santa Clarita previews the Drug Free Youth in Town Summer (DFYIT) Year End Summer Splash from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center. Junior High and High School  students can get tickets on campus from their DFYIT club advisers.

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For more information about the DFYIT program, visit DFYITSCV.com.

Senses Rock the Bike Themed Block Party Tonight to Wrap Up Amgen Tour of California Events in Santa Clarita

May 16, 2013

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SENSES is throwing an after party in celebration of Bike to Work Day and Amgen Tour of CA with ‘Rock the Biketonight from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Old Town Newhall.

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Ride down to Main Street to catch the Mountain Bike Ride with Newhall Bicycle at 5 p.m., then stay for The Skinny Little Twits, tricycle races, and to celebrate with other bicycling fans.

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Local businesses will offer discounts and specials throughout the night at the block party.

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There will be fun activities, themed drinks and food trucks at the free event which include: The Garbage Truck, Stop, Guac n Roll and A Rock in Ice.

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For more information about the Senses on Main and future events, visit ThursdaysAtNewhall.com; follow SENSES on Twitter or like us on Facebook. For more information about the Amgen Tour of California in Santa Clarita, visit SantaClaritaTourofCA.com.

2013 Amgen Tour of California is Finally Here!

May 14, 2013
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Click to find out information about the 2013 Amgen Tour of California in Santa Clarita.

The Stage 3 Finish of the Amgen Tour of California is coming to Santa Clarita today! Cycling fans can watch the racers cross the finish line at approximately 3:45 p.m. at the northeast corner of Magic Mountain Parkway and Citris Avenue. Attendees can also enjoy the free Lifestyle Event from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the parking lot at the northeast corner of the Westfield Valencia Town Center. To follow the cyclist live progress, check out the Tour Tracker.

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For more information about traffic impacts, events and the best place to watch the 2013 Amgen Tour of California in Santa Clarita, visit SantaClaritaTourofCA.com.

Spectator Guide and Event Information for 2013 Amgen Tour of California: VIDEO

May 12, 2013

This Week in Santa Clarita previews the 2013 Amgen Tour of California coming to the City of Santa Clarita with the Stage 3 Finish on Tuesday, May 14, and a Stage 4 Start on Wednesday, May 15.

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For best places to view the race, click here.

Many cycling events will surround this years Amgen Tour of California, including:

Preceding the Finish stage on Tuesday, May 14, spectators are invited to join Breakaway from Cancer Santa Clarita Champion and local resident, Nancy Eckels for the Breakaway Mile, a special half to one-mile walk that honors and celebrates cancer survivors worldwide.

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The event is free to the public and participants will receive special t-shirts to wear at the event and are invited to view the race action from a private, reserved viewing area.  The walk will begin at 2 p.m. at the Mercedes-Benz of Valencia located at 23355 Valencia Boulevard. To register for the Breakaway Mile, visit the Amgen Tour of California Break Away Mile website.

Click to view City's Amgen Tour of California Facebook page.

Click to view City’s Amgen Tour of California Facebook page.

Interested in learning more about the Stage 3 Finish and the Stage 4 Start of the 2013 Amgen Tour of California happening on May 14 and May 15 in Santa Clarita? ”Like” the City’s Tour of CA Facebook page to find out about upcoming events and information about this year’ race.

For more information about the Amgen Tour of California coming to Santa Clarita, visit SantaClaritaTourofCA.com.

Important Traffic Information Regarding the 2013 Amgen Tour of California in Santa Clarita

May 12, 2013

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The City of Santa Clarita returns for the fifth time in race history as a host city for the 2013 Amgen Tour of California with the Stage 3 Finish on Tuesday, May 14, and the Stage 4 Start on Wednesday, May 15.

Please be aware of the significant traffic impacts to local roads during the course of the Amgen Tour of California. Plan ahead and avoid impacts by checking for the latest traffic information at SantaClaritaTourOfCA.com

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Tuesday, May 14

  •  12:45 – 1:30 p.m. There will be an approximate 20-minute closure of southbound San Francisquito Canyon Road, west to Copper Hill Drive, and through the industrial center to the I-5 Freeway.
  •  2:30 – 4:00 p.m.  There will be an approximate 40-minute closure of southbound Bouquet Canyon Road west to Valencia Boulevard and to Magic Mountain Parkway.
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Wednesday, May 15

  • 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.  There will be an approximate 10-15 minute closure on McBean Parkway, from Town Center Drive north to Newhall Ranch Road, and to Highway 126.

Emergency vehicles will have continuous access to the entire Santa Clarita Valley at all times during the race as the safety of residents and spectators alike is the number one priority to both the presenters of the race and all agencies involved.

For more traffic and event information, visit SantaClaritaTourOfCA.com or contact the Arts and Events Office at (661) 250-3787. ”Like” the City’s Tour of CA Facebook page or follow us on Twitter to find out about information about this year’ race.

Free Registration Open for Amgen Tour of California Break Away Mile Honoring Local Resident, Participants Get Access to VIP Viewing Tent

May 10, 2013

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There is still limited space to register for the free Break Away Mile on Tuesday, May 14, at the Amgen Tour of California. Participants get free shirts and free VIP access to the Breakaway viewing tent.

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Sign up and get VIP access!

Break Away Mile is a special one-mile walk that will honor Santa Clarita Champion and local resident, Nancy Eckels. The walk will begin at 2 p.m. at the Mercedes-Benz of Valencia located at 23355 Valencia Blvd.

To register for the Breakaway Mile, visit the Amgen Tour of California Break Away Mile website. For more information about the Stage 3 Finish and the Stage 4 Start happening in Santa Clarita, visit SantaClaritaTourofCA.com.

Viewing Party at Salt Creek Grille for 2013 Amgen Tour of California Monday Evening, May 13

May 10, 2013

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The City of Santa Clarita and Local Organizing Committee for the Amgen Tour of California will be hosting a free viewing party in anticipation of the world’s top cyclists heading to Santa Clarita on Monday, May 13, at Salt Creek Grille with the viewing party starting at 7:30 p.m. and race coverage beginning at 8 p.m.

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Salt Creek Grille will be broadcasting the NBC Sports Network nightly recap of the race with food and drinks available for purchase.

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Santa Clarita’s Local Organizing Committee for the race will be raffling off great prizes, including signed rider jerseys, limited-edition Santa Clarita Trail Packs and more.

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The 2013 Amgen Tour of California is coming to the City of Santa Clarita the next day with the Stage 3 Finish on Tuesday, May 14, and a Stage 4 Start on Wednesday, May 15.

For more information on the viewing party or the Amgen Tour of California, visit SantaClaritaTourofCA.com.

Around Town: DFYIT’s ‘Year End Celebration’ at the Activities Center

May 9, 2013

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On Tuesday, May 7, the Drug Free Youth in Town (DFYIT) program hosted its Year End Celebration at the Activities Center.

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Mayor Bob Kellar welcomed a packed room of junior high and high school students and their parents.

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Students in the DFYIT program debuted the Cardboard Confessions video, a self produced video that the DFYIT participates created during the semester.

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Brayden Plush from Castaic Middle School, seen meeting Mayor Kellar, was one of the speakers.

For more information about the DFYIT program, visit DFYITSCV.com.

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Click to view the full gallery at the City’s Flickr page.

Go to the City’s Flickr page to view the full gallery of DFYIT’s Year End Celebration.

Around Town: Residents Provide Feedback at Second Rivendale Master Plan Meeting

May 9, 2013

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Yesterday, staff and and community members attended a  meeting to share their ideas and suggestions on the master plan for the 60-acre Rivendale Park and Open Space at City Hall.

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Participants included numerous individuals representing the arts, the environment, trail users and volunteers.

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Suggestions ranged from clearing the buildings from the front of the property, to the development of a performance and festival complex with an amphitheater and concession building.

For more information on the Rivendale Open Space area, visit HikeSantaClarita.com.

One Go Pro, Six Miles, Five Minutes – The Santa Clarita Mayor’s Ride at Iron Horse Trailhead: VIDEO

May 8, 2013

On Saturday, April 27, Santa Clarita Mayor Bob Kellar led a community bike ride from the Iron Horse Trailhead in Santa Clarita. Check out full course with sped up video of the Mayor’s Ride above.

For more information about the City’s bike trails, visit BikeSantaClarita.com.


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